SANGUEM, Jan. 29 -- In Goa's Sanguem Taluka a vital communication link for the rural commuters is in bad shape. The bridge connecting Vorcotto to Piraraj is in a dangerous condition. The side railing and pillars of the bridge are reportedly cracked and need urgent repairs or a new bridge has to be built urgently.

The bridge was constructed a long time ago during Sanguem MLA Pandu Naik's tenure and over the years, it has deteriorated significantly. The greatest danger on the single lane bridge is to school students and pedestrians who use the bridge. When a four wheeler passes on the bridge, there is hardly an place for pedestrians who have to be very careful.

Citizens said that the bridge has holes in the middle, some of which have been...